Robert & Mellisa House, Surabaya

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Refined Modern Tropical

Story by Anton Adianto | Photo by Sefval Mogalana

Understanding a client is the first step in presenting a good plan for a private residence. One example of this can be seen in the beautiful home owned by a young couple near Graha Famili in Surabaya, East Java.

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This article was published in the Indonesia Design magazine (78th Edition) in 2016.

The Rosebay, Surabaya

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Rooms with a View

Story by Anton Adianto | Photo by Bagus Tri Laksono & Intiland Doc.

Most Indonesian people still opt for a landed house for living quarters, including those in Surabaya. Given that the price of land to build comfortable housing has soared in recent years, the noted developer Intiland has come up with a brilliant solution: The Rosebay, a low-rise residence with a resort-like character and amazing design. Sitting snugly amid its natural surroundings, the compound offers the essentials for happiness to tenants. The urban dream of a luxurious house in the best location without having to empty the wallet or changing lifestyles can be realized here.

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Keputih Boarding House, Surabaya

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Humane, Natural and Proportionate

Story by Anton Adianto | Photo by Mansyur Hasan

It’s no secret that boarding houses in Indonesia have often been designed recklessly without heed to aesthetic values. A large number have been built only to maximize profit by adding rooms without considering the habitable compositions and scales. Surabaya is now home to a bioclimatic and biophilic boarding house that has been magnificently designed by Andyrahman Architect.

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This article was published in the Indonesia Design magazine (78th Edition) in 2016.

Gudang Garam Residence, Jakarta

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Sanctuary in the City

Story by Anton Adianto | Photo by Bagus Tri Laksono

As one of the largest companies in Indonesia, PT Gudang Garam Tbk has always come up with remarkable feats since its conception in 1958 in Kediri, East Java. One of these achievements is the creation of a hotel/exclusive apartment named Gudang Garam Residence (GG Residence) which is located right behind the Gudang Garam office building in Jalan Jenderal A. Yani, East Jakarta. 

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This article was published in the Indonesia Design magazine (78th Edition) in 2016.

Furniture Product: Dedon

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A Journey of the Outdoor Experience

Story by Anton Adianto | Photo by Dedon Doc.

Dedon, founded in Boby Dekeyser in 1990 out of his love for the outdoors, has flourished over three decades due to Dekeyser’s singular thinking on how to pursue the best quality products. The company has expanded globally by creating various state-of-the art woven outdoor furniture pieces that combine modern technology and luxurious hand craftsmanship.

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This article was published in the Indonesia Design magazine (78th Edition) in 2016.

Designpartners Indonesia Office, Jakarta

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A Second Home

Story by Anton Adianto | Photo by Bagus Tri Laksono

For a design firm, creativity is connected to productivity. The office of Designpartners Indonesia (DPI), an interior design consultancy firm, evinces this with an engaging environment and a space that exudes comfort akin to a second home.

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This article was published in the Indonesia Design magazine (78th Edition) in 2016.

Interview: Gregorius Supie Yolodi & Maria Rosantina from d-associates

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Life and Architecture

Interview by Anton Adianto | Photo by Mario Wibowo Photography, Andea Narendra, Davy Linggar & Budi Suryanto

The architectural consultants d-associates, winner of the Arcasia Awards for Architecture in Hong Kong for their DRA House featured in this edition, has a unique perspective on design. The firm is helmed by Gregorius Supie Yolodi and Maria Rosantina, who have merged their inspirations and ideas to create singular and mature creations.

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This article was published in the Indonesia Design magazine (78th Edition) in 2016.

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